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Colorado Couple Gets Engaged in After-Hours Bookstore
Acts of Kindness18h ago

Colorado Couple Gets Engaged in After-Hours Bookstore

A Denver man transformed a local bookstore into a romantic haven for his proposal, complete with candles, wine, and their favorite song playing softly in the background. The intimate moment captured hearts across social media after the couple shared their story.

Google: proposal viral2 min read
Hospital Patients Cut 45% of Plastic With Reusable Bags
Solutions23h ago

Hospital Patients Cut 45% of Plastic With Reusable Bags

Surgery patients who brought their own bags and water bottles helped three Canadian hospitals slash plastic waste by nearly half. The simple change saved over 550 pounds of waste and $1,200 annually without disrupting care.

Google News - Plastic Reduction3 min read
1,500 Students Help NASA Track Fall Leaves for Climate Data
Planet Wins1d ago

1,500 Students Help NASA Track Fall Leaves for Climate Data

Over 1,500 students across Maine and New Hampshire spent fall 2025 observing changing leaves in their schoolyards, contributing real data to NASA's climate research. Their observations now help scientists worldwide understand how ecosystems respond to our changing climate.

NASA3 min read
63% of Americans Volunteering Again After Pandemic Dip
Global News1d ago

63% of Americans Volunteering Again After Pandemic Dip

Volunteering in America has bounced back stronger than ever, with nearly two-thirds of adults now donating their time to charitable causes. The 2025 Gallup poll shows Americans are choosing to give time over money as they rebuild community connections.

Google: charity donation2 min read
Amarillo MLK Event Hands Torch to Next Generation
Acts of Kindness2d ago

Amarillo MLK Event Hands Torch to Next Generation

At Amarillo's MLK celebration, community leaders literally passed torches to youth mentors in a moment that brought hundreds to their feet. The ceremony transformed a traditional memorial into a call for young people to carry civil rights work forward.

Google News - Unity Celebration3 min read
Scottsdale Volunteers Contribute Millions in Service Value
Acts of Kindness2d ago

Scottsdale Volunteers Contribute Millions in Service Value

Volunteers in Scottsdale gave back in a big way during 2025, contributing service valued at millions of dollars to their community. Their dedication helped keep essential city programs running while strengthening neighborhood connections.

Google: volunteers help2 min read
Loving Your Town Boosts Civic Participation Sixfold
Solutions2d ago

Loving Your Town Boosts Civic Participation Sixfold

New research reveals a simple way to strengthen democracy: help people fall in love with where they live. When residents feel emotionally connected to their community, they're six times more likely to participate in local politics and civic life.

Good Good Good3 min read
$200M Campaign Turns Americans Into Problem-Solvers
Acts of Kindness2d ago

$200M Campaign Turns Americans Into Problem-Solvers

A new initiative launching July 4th wants to connect hundreds of millions of Americans with efforts to solve problems in their own communities. With $200 million in funding, "Be The People" is betting that Americans want to help but just don't know where to start.

Fast Company2 min read
Indian City Launches 9 Cleanliness Competitions for 2025
Planet Wins3d ago

Indian City Launches 9 Cleanliness Competitions for 2025

Mysuru is turning cleanup into a citywide competition with nine categories spanning schools, markets, hospitals, and more. Citizens have until January 26 to register and help their community win recognition for outstanding hygiene.

The Hindu2 min read
Niger Delta Records Zero Oil Pipeline Vandalism in 2025
Solutions3d ago

Niger Delta Records Zero Oil Pipeline Vandalism in 2025

Nigeria's Niger Delta region achieved zero pipeline vandalism incidents throughout 2025, helping boost national oil production from 1.4 to 2.2 million barrels per day. The Nigerian Army's protection strategy combined enforcement with community engagement to protect critical infrastructure.

Vanguard Nigeria2 min read
One-on-One Chats Cut Flood Risk Better Than Warnings
Solutions3d ago

One-on-One Chats Cut Flood Risk Better Than Warnings

Australian researchers found that personal conversations about flood safety led to real action, while traditional warnings often failed. Households made practical changes after being listened to, not lectured.

Phys.org - Earth3 min read
Swedish Pensioners Regret Losing Wealth Tax 20 Years Ago
Solutions3d ago

Swedish Pensioners Regret Losing Wealth Tax 20 Years Ago

Swedish retirees are looking back with regret at their country's 2006 decision to abolish the wealth tax, saying they didn't realize how much it would transform their egalitarian society. Two decades later, Sweden has become a "paradise for the super-rich" with 42 billionaires and growing inequality.

Phys.org3 min read
Chennai's New Tree App Gets 41 Requests in One Week
Planet Wins4d ago

Chennai's New Tree App Gets 41 Requests in One Week

Greater Chennai Corporation launched a one-stop digital platform for tree cutting and pruning requests, receiving 41 applications in its first week. The system replaces a confusing multi-department process with transparent online tracking that protects urban trees while meeting genuine safety needs.

The Hindu2 min read
India's Crowdsourced Project Saves Forgotten Monuments
Planet Wins4d ago

India's Crowdsourced Project Saves Forgotten Monuments

A photographer is turning everyday Indians into heritage heroes by crowdsourcing photos of thousands of forgotten historical buildings. The project is saving crumbling monuments by making communities fall in love with their local history again.

Reasons to be Cheerful2 min read
Karnataka Plans Statewide March for Rural Jobs Program
Solutions4d ago

Karnataka Plans Statewide March for Rural Jobs Program

Karnataka's Congress party announced peaceful marches across all constituencies to advocate for reinstating a national rural employment program. The demonstrations aim to show public support for job security measures in rural communities.

Indian Express2 min read
Minneapolis Protesters Peacefully Defend Immigrant Community
Acts of Kindness5d ago

Minneapolis Protesters Peacefully Defend Immigrant Community

Hundreds of Minneapolis residents rallied downtown to protect their immigrant neighbors, peacefully outnumbering a small anti-immigrant group and sending them home within an hour. The community-led response showed how everyday people can stand up for their values without violence.

Al Jazeera English2 min read
Serbian Students Draft Anti-Corruption Plan After Year of Protests
Global News5d ago

Serbian Students Draft Anti-Corruption Plan After Year of Protests

After more than a year of peaceful protests, university students in Serbia have created a detailed blueprint to fight corruption and restore the rule of law. Their movement, sparked by a tragic building collapse, has inspired hundreds of thousands of citizens demanding accountability.

Al Jazeera English2 min read
Nigeria Trains 30 Local Leaders on Digital Governance
Solutions5d ago

Nigeria Trains 30 Local Leaders on Digital Governance

Local government chairmen across Nigeria's Osun State just completed groundbreaking training in transparent governance and digital tools. The initiative marks a major step toward bringing 21st-century accountability to grassroots leadership serving millions.

Vanguard Nigeria2 min read
Loving Your Town Gets People Involved in Local Politics
Solutions5d ago

Loving Your Town Gets People Involved in Local Politics

New research reveals a simple way to boost civic engagement: help people fall in love with their hometown. When residents feel emotionally connected to their community, they're six times more likely to participate in local democracy.

Phys.org3 min read
Teen's Bike Jumps Teach Leadership, Inspire New Approach
Acts of Kindness5d ago

Teen's Bike Jumps Teach Leadership, Inspire New Approach

A 16-year-old who built illegal bike jumps says the hobby taught him leadership, and research shows authorities should work with young builders instead of destroying their creations. Professional trail builders are now finding ways to harness teens' enthusiasm for official projects.

ABC Australia2 min read

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